VRQA Home Education

In our increasingly digital world, Letters From Afar brings back the charm of receiving a real letter.

Letters come from a different destination each month and include field notes that cover culture and nature, and a map.

There are various subscription options available at different prices.

This activity could add to your learning program in English and Humanities/Social Sciences.

Letters From Afar Educational travel subscription for families featuring destinations around the world. Receive a monthly letter in the mail from an explorer as she travels the globe!

If your child can’t receive instruction in a specific learning area, you can apply for an exemption.

Reasons may include career paths, interests, disability, or temporary circumstances.

Our website has more information about applying for learning area exemptions.
https://www2.vrqa.vic.gov.au/develop-home-education-learning-plan -area-exemptions

Stereographs were the virtual reality glasses of the 19th century.

Older children can use modern technology to recreate the past with this activity from the State Library of Victoria.

This activity could add to your learning program in Science, Technologies and The arts.

How to restore depth to vintage stereographs | SLV LAB Our Library holds thousands of vintage stereographs – learn how you can make them come to life in glorious 3D on your screen.

There are many ways you can home educate but sending your child to an unregistered school isn’t one of them.

Arrangements where an instructor is employed to teach a group of students away from home and during normal school hours isn’t home schooling.

If in doubt about your child’s home education program, contact:
[email protected]

This week is National Reconciliation Week. The theme for 2026 is ‘All in’, a call for all Australians to commit to reconciliation every single day.

The Narragunnawali program has learning resources that promote reconciliation and develop children’s understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures and contributions.
https://www.narragunnawali.org.au/curriculum-resources

Have you heard about VHEAC?
The Victorian Home Education Advisory Committee (VHEAC) includes members of the home schooling community and representatives from the VRQA and the Department of Education.

VHEAC provides guidance to the VRQA and the department. You can find their latest communique on the VHEAC webpage:
https://www.vic.gov.au/victorian-home-education-advisory-committee

The Spanish Language Fiesta at Federation Square on 30 May 2026 is a vibrant celebration of cultures from Spain and Latin America.

This free, family-friendly festival brings together music, dance, food, art and community.

This event could add to your learning program in Humanities/Social Sciences and Languages.

Spanish Language Fiesta 2026 – 10th Anniversary - Fed Square, Melbourne Australia The Spanish Language Fiesta returns in 2026 to celebrate 10 years of bringing the cultures of the Spanish-speaking world to Melbourne.

Older children may benefit from a course that will help their career aspirations.

You can find out more at TAFE Victoria.
https://www.vic.gov.au/tafe

National Families Week recognises the vital role families play in our lives and our community.

It’s a time to celebrate with your family, connect with your extended family and friends and share in the enjoyment of family activities within the wider community.

These activities could add to your learning plan in Humanities/Social Sciences.
https://www.nationalfamiliesweek.org.au/get-involved/national-families-week-ideas/

Help us assess your home schooling application quickly.

Submit everything we need at once, including your application form, learning plan, and evidence documents.

Our website has more information to help you apply.
https://www2.vrqa.vic.gov.au/register-home-educate